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Posted: March 12, 2026 (0 days ago)

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Bar Assistant (Developmental)

U.S. Air Forces, Europe

Department of the Air Force

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Location

Location not specified

Salary

$16.94 - $21.74

per hour

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Job Description

Summary

This entry-level job at a pub on a U.S.

Air Force base in the UK trains new hires to become full bartenders by starting with basic tasks like preparing drinks and handling customers, gradually building skills over time.

It involves working evenings, weekends, and holidays in a busy bar setting.

It's a good fit for beginners with no experience who are physically fit, reliable, and interested in hospitality work on a military base.

Key Requirements

  • No previous training or experience required for entry level (NA-01)
  • Ability to follow simple oral instructions and use basic tools like knives and slicers
  • Physical ability to lift up to 40 pounds frequently and push/pull lighter loads
  • Must pass a physical examination
  • Ability to obtain Food Handler's Certificate and Dram Shop certification
  • For target level (NA-03): Experience mixing alcoholic beverages, recognizing intoxicated patrons, and following cash handling procedures
  • Reside within 60-mile commuting area of RAF Croughton, UK, with valid U.S. or NATO citizenship and non-ordinary resident status

Full Job Description

This position is located at the RAF Croughton Crown Pub. This is a developmental position to allow training and experience to meet Bartender requirements.

Regularly scheduled Friday nights, but may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Off-Duty Military Applicants must submit an AF 3902 Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds Requires a physical examination Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and Dram Shop Who May Apply: Open to everyone.

Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date,04/12/2026 Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference The area of consideration for this vacancy announcement is citizens, permanent residents, and legal residents of the United States (US) who reside within the local commuting area (60 mile radius) of RAF Croughton, United Kingdom (UK), or will do so within the next 30 days.

Permanent and legal residents of the US must be citizens of a NATO country, unless authorized to reside in the UK as a dependent of an employee who serves in support of the US Visiting Forces.

Eligible applicants must possess a US-issued social security number and be able to provide documentation proving residency status in the UK. Documentation could include PCS Orders, UK Visa, etc.

Applicants cannot be 'ordinarily resident'.

A person is considered to be 'ordinarily resident' if they have resided in the United Kingdom (UK) for more than 366 days without an affiliation to the US Visiting Forces.

Time spent in the UK as an employee, or dependent of an employee, of a US agency serving and supporting the US Visiting Forces (i.e., active duty military, federal civilian, AAFES, Red Cross, one of the contract universities, a military banking facility or federal credit union, or US government contractors) is not counted toward being 'ordinary resident'.In accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between the US and the UK, British citizens may not apply for US NAF positions; however, they may be eligible to apply for local national positions on base.

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience (MUST BE SUPPORTED IN RESUME): NA-01 (Entry) Level - No previous training or experience is required.

Ability to follow simple oral instructions, and be able to use knives and automatic slicers to prepare garnishes.

Ability to frequently lift objects weighing 5 to 15 pounds, pull and push objects weighing 10 to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to and over 40 pounds.

NA-03 (Target) Level - Must have experience mixing alcoholic beverages for retail sale, which includes knowledge of correct proportions and mixtures to use in preparing beverages.

Must be able to recognize intoxicated or unruly patrons and to resolve the problem or seek assistance if needed. Must be able to follow cash handling procedures.

Must be physically able to frequently lift objects weighing 5 to 15 pounds, pull and push objects weighing 10 to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift up to and over 40 pounds. Major Duties:

Assignments become progressively more difficult until the full performance level is reached. Operates service bars. Serves beer, soda and wine. Serves patrons directly or delivers to waiter.

Receives payment, operates cash register, and makes and returns change to patrons or waiter.

Prepares a limited variety of simple alcoholic beverages as requested by patrons and wait staff or uses proper premixes and garnishes Keeps bar and work area clean and sanitary.

Sets up bar for operation and obtains cash bank. Maintains work area neat and clean. Washes bar equipment, glassware, and utensils. Stocks service bars and assists higher-level bartender as required.

May be required to prepare documentation for cash funds accountability. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12904461

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/12/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/12/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-7EFSWP225959